Living in KY1: Liveability Score 60/100
Fife, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in KY1, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
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KY1 scores 60 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is scored from the last 12 months of police street-level data. Police Scotland does not publish this, and there is no Scottish equivalent of the Police UK open data service, so crime has been left out of the score for this area. This is a gap in published data, not a sign of low crime.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
3 Outstanding, 17 Good out of 21 rated schools.
Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 2 GP surgeries and 3 hospital facilities serve the area.
93% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
typical EPC rating C. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 241 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KY1 covers 806 active postcodes in Fife, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KY1 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KY1 at this time.
What are the schools like in KY1?
Schools in KY1 score 50/100. 3 Outstanding, 17 Good out of 21 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in KY1?
Broadband in KY1 scores 76/100. 93% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KY1 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KY2, KY7, KY6. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KY1?
KY1 scores 60/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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